SIP Estimator

The role

The SIP Estimator develops accurate scaffolding, insulation, and painting and coatings estimates for complex industrial projects. This role involves quantity takeoffs, labor and equipment analysis, and risk assessments for projects up to $25M or higher.

What you will do

• Estimate projects up to $25M considering complexity and self-performance scope
• Validate quantity take-offs for coating surface area, insulation, and scaffold volume
• Apply advanced cost analysis and contingency planning
• Attend pre-bid meetings and lead bid review meetings
• Review requests for Information (RFI's) during the bid process
• Perform and review quantity take-offs
• Utilize estimating software to develop cost and final pricing
• Ensure compliance with contractual, craft, and company standards
• Create price proposals, execution plans, and clarifications
• Interpret coating and lining specifications, insulation schedules, and scaffold access plans

Required qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in industrial construction estimating covering scaffolding, insulation, and/or painting & coatings scopes
• At least 2 years in a leadership role
• Estimating experience with Accubid, HCSS HeavyBid, and/or similar softwares
• Ability to read and interpret coating specifications, insulation details, scaffold drawings, and other technical schematics
• Working knowledge of SSPC/AMPP surface preparation and coating standards, insulation and lagging system types and applications, and OSHA Subpart L scaffold requirements
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to read isometric, PID's and Architectural drawings

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Scheduling experience with MS
• Direct involvement in industrial painting & coatings, insulation & lagging, and scaffold erection on refinery, power generation, or heavy industrial facilities
• Experience with DesignAssist and DesignBuild delivery methods
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex bids simultaneously
• Turnaround, outage, and shutdown estimating experience
• AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector (CIP) certification or SSPC Protective Coatings Specialist credential
• Scaffold Competent Person certification and OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner to customers across the U.S. in industries including Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.